SUMMARY

The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize, part of Tasmania's Beaker Street Festival, has announced its shortlisted images. These finalists capture the wonders of Earth, from wildlife and landscapes to scientific subjects like fungi and climate change indicators. Notable entries include Saskia Sparshott's seascape 'Bows And Blows', Madi McLatchie's 'Endangered' featuring emperor penguins, and Ryan Shan's 'Ephemeral Blue' of Mycena interrupta. The 27 finalists were chosen from over 100 entries, and the winner will be decided by public vote, with the top images exhibited in Hobart.

TAKEAWAYS

The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize finalists have been selected.

The competition showcases images highlighting science's role in understanding the world.

Notable shortlisted images include seascapes, endangered penguins, and fungi.

A public vote will determine the winner, with top images exhibited at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery.

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